New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5 vs PUMA Deviate Nitro 4
We haven't tested PUMA Deviate Nitro 4 yet, so its role suitability is estimated from published specs.
New Balance
FuelCell Rebel v5
Check priceReview Pulse · Strongly positive · 94/100
Reviewers praise the ride and cushioning and split on the upper and stability.
PUMA
Deviate Nitro 4
Check priceReview Pulse · Strongly positive · 85/100
Reviewers praise the cushioning and upper and split on the ride and value.
The differences that matter
- New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5 is 19 g lighter.
- PUMA Deviate Nitro 4 has 4 mm more foam under the heel.
- PUMA Deviate Nitro 4 has the higher drop (8 mm vs 6 mm).
- Only PUMA Deviate Nitro 4 has a carbon plate.
- New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5 costs $20 less at list price.
What reviewers say
Ride
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Praised
A light, bouncy and flexible ride that feels fun at easy paces and lively enough for tempo work.
PUMA Deviate Nitro 4
Divisive
A firm, fast and responsive ride that comes alive at tempo pace, but the stiff forefoot and heel transition divide testers.
Cushioning
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Praised
The taller PEBA-blended FuelCell stack adds protection without making the shoe feel heavy or mushy.
PUMA Deviate Nitro 4
Praised
The softer PEBA top layer adds give without turning plush, providing enough protection for daily miles and long workouts.
Upper
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Divisive
A light, secure Fantomfit upper with a roomy forefoot, though the midfoot can feel sloppy and the tongue causes pressure for some.
PUMA Deviate Nitro 4
Praised
A light, breathable mesh upper with a secure heel and a wider toe box, though the midfoot runs snug.
Durability
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Praised
The outsole rubber and foam hold up well for a light trainer, with better coverage than earlier Rebels.
PUMA Deviate Nitro 4
Praised
Pumagrip rubber and the dense foam hold up well over high mileage, with only minor outsole wear reported.
Grip
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Praised
Traction is reliable on dry and wet roads, with enough grip for light paths.
PUMA Deviate Nitro 4
Praised
Pumagrip delivers outstanding wet and dry traction, among the best in the category.
Stability
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Divisive
A wider platform and sidewalls add composure, but the soft foam and flexible forefoot make it less stable than firmer trainers.
PUMA Deviate Nitro 4
Praised
A broad, firm platform and carbon-composite plate keep the neutral ride controlled at speed and as form fades.
Value
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
Praised
At $140 it is one of the best values in the lightweight trainer category.
PUMA Deviate Nitro 4
Divisive
At $180 it is still fair for a plated do-everything trainer, though the price increase puts it against discounted race shoes.
Which one to choose
Choose New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5 if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you prefer to feel closer to the ground
- you like a lower drop
- price matters
Reviewers recommend it for
- Daily training
- Tempo runs
- Easy long runs
Choose PUMA Deviate Nitro 4 if…
- you want more foam under you
- you like a higher drop
- you want a carbon plate
- its upper is what you care about most
Reviewers recommend it for
- Tempo runs
- Daily training
- Long runs with uptempo segments
Specifications
- Category
- Tempo / workout
- Tempo / workout
- Price
- $150$20 less
- $170
- Weight
- 226 g19 g lighter
- 245 g
- Drop
- 6 mm2 mm lower drop
- 8 mm
- Stack
- 34 / 28 mm
- 38 / 30 mm4 mm more stack
- Plate
- No plate
- Carbon plate
- Stability
- Neutral
- Neutral
- Foam
- FuelCell
- NITROFOAM
Role suitability
DAILY
RECOVERY
LONG RUN
TEMPO
RACE